Mercedes cut by Brewers

Mercedes clears waivers

(2/12/11)The Sports Xchange reports Brewers RP Roque Mercedes cleared waivers and was assigned outright to Triple-A Nashville. Mercedes had been designated for assignment to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for the signing of free agent 1B/OF Mark Kotsay. Mercedes will still be invited to big-league spring camp.

Brewers designate Mercedes

(2/4/11) The Brewers designated RP Roque Mercedes for assignment on Friday, making room for 1B/OF Mark Kotsay on the 40-man roster. Mercedes made 38 appearances for Double-A Mobile last season, posting a 4.36 ERA.

Mercedes claimed by Brewers

(12/21/10) The Brewers claimed minor league RP Roque Mercedes off waivers from the Diamondbacks on Tuesday, according to MLB.com. Mercedes made 38 appearances for Double-A Mobile last season, posting a 4.36 ERA.